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Sex Crimes Defense Attorney Houston

Every year thousands of Texans are accused of sex crimes. Many of these accusations are false. If you have been accused of a sex crime, you must act quickly to protect your rights. Your freedom, your career, and your reputation may all be at stake. Our experienced sex crime defense attorneys and staff at Scheiner Law Group, P.C. in Houston stand ready to protect you — and to fight for your legal rights!

Sex Crimes Lawyer for Protecting Your Freedom and Reputation

Being accused of a sex crime is one of the worst and most damaging things that can happen to a person. Even for those who are falsely accused, a mere accusation can threaten a person’s career and reputation. If you have been accused of a sex crime or even if you believe there will be an accusation, it is very important that you contact a sex crimes lawyer immediately. An experienced sex crimes lawyer will be able to defend you in many different types of cases including indecency with a child, sexual assault, child pornography, online solicitation of a minor, improper relationship between educator and student and failure to report the sexual assault of a child. Fortunately for those living in and around Houston, TX, Scheiner Law Group, P.C. can aggressively defend all of these types of cases and more.

Even In The Worst Cases, We Can Help

It is important to remember that our lawyers can help you navigate your best legal options even when your situation seems uncertain. At the Scheiner Law Group, we have defended literally every type sexually based charge and our legal team is very experienced when it comes to knowing your best course of action and the often-confusing legal process. Being charged with a sex crime is extremely serious and you need the best possible legal team defending you and your freedom. This is truly the most important case of your life and that requires diligent legal representation from someone who has years of courtroom experience and Board Certification in the state of Texas.

Educating Yourself About Age of Consent, The Law, and Your Rights

When you are accused of any crimes that you and your attorney know all about your rights and the seriousness of the accusation, especially if you have been accused of any type of sex crime. You should be aware of the age of consent laws in Texas and what constitutes a sexual assault according to state laws. You should also be fully aware that failure to stop or report a sexual assault of a minor is also a serious accusation that will require the services of an experienced sexual assault lawyer. The same is true for failing to register as a sex offender.

Whether you are accused of a serious sex crime or you are simply seeking information and consultation, our attorneys will be able to help you. Our office can be reached during normal business hours Monday through Friday. If you are unable to contact us during those times, feel free to fill out the form under the “Contact Us” tab on this site and we will contact you as soon as possible.

Being accused of a sex crime is a serious matter, and you will need the best protection you can find. Scheiner Law Group, P.C. is ready to protect you and fight for your freedom and reputation. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

What Are the Possible Consequences of a Sex Crimes Conviction

Being convicted of and sexually based crimes in the state of Texas including indecency with a child, sexual assault, child pornography, online solicitation of a minor, improper relationship between educator and student and failure to report the sexual assault of a child is extremely serious. Not only will have lasting effects on your life and ability to acquire employment, there can be other issues you should be aware of.

Depending on what type of charge, you are convicted of, you could have to register as a sex offender which will identify your personal address so others living around you will know about your history and their proximity you to. You may even be ordered to stay a certain distance from specific places like schools or other places where children may be located. With today’s level of information and the ability to notify your neighbors through social mediums news about sexual offenders can travel quickly and have devastating effects on the family of the convicted.

In addition, behavior modification programs to keep track of you and your rehabilitation may be part of your sentencing and failure to comply with or complete these can have additional implications and repercussions. Probation or parole may also require you to check in with a probation or parole office with scheduled visits and pay costly fees as part of your sentence. This will have ongoing effects on your ability to travel as you may be required to get prior approval to leave the county, state or country.

Experience Matters

Houston resident and Board Certified attorney Grant Scheiner has been practicing Criminal Defense law since 1992 and has been named one of Houston’s Top Lawyers every year since 2006. In addition, he was named a Texas Super Lawyer and one of the top 100 Trial Lawyers every year since 2007. Numerous years of real trial experience go into every legal defense we make and there is simply no substitute for that.

What Is My First Step in Getting Help

It is important to defend yourself as quickly and thoroughly as possible and to start with a legal team that has successfully defended people against the very charge you are facing. The first step is to call us and discuss the specifics of the accusations or charges you are facing in either English or Spanish. We offer a Secure Contact Form Submission option on our Contact Us page or we can be reached at 713-783-8998 during regular business hours. For after-hours inquiries, we can be reached at 713-581-4540

The information you obtain at this site is not legal advice. You should consult a criminal defense attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation. The content of this website refers to Texas and federal law only. You should not act on any information in this website without first speaking with an attorney. No attorney-client relationship is created with this firm until there is an express agreement between our firm and you.